This isn’t going to be news to anyone at all, but damn it if Javier Bardem isn’t the most creepily charismatic person on Earth.
Bas G at Vesperholm
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Play is sacred. I’m a TTRPG designer interested in making games that evoke hope during dark times. I approach the gaming table with reverence and my craft with devotion.
What was your first experience with a #ttprg? Read about how roleplaying snuck into my childhood at The Vesperholm Register: vesperholm.substack.com/p/ludogenesi...
It is with great reverence that I announce the inaugural issue of The Vesperholm Register. Subscribers will be blessed at least once per month with updates on game development and musings from the designer. vesperholm.substack.com/p/ludogenesi...
Just finished watching season 5 of For All Mankind and it is really staring to feel like a prequel to The Expanse.
What if bard, but with cooking rather than music? Or is that a witch?
Went shopping at my FLGS. I don’t have the core books for these games and neither did they. Not gonna let that stop me from spending money though. 😤
Every time I read a Becky Chambers book I’m struck by the notion that it could be the foundation for a new religion that would be far better than any of the ones we’ve had so far.
I live in a bit of a culture desert so it’s a drive and a half to get to a local (ha.) game store that actually stocks RPGs and not just TCG cards. It’s a rare treat to visit one. But I’ll be at 401 Games on Saturday. Gonna buy something. We’ll see what.
A lot of great progress on Scamper’s combat, recovery, base-building, and economy rules last night. Worked until midnight then was too wired to sleep until 1:00. On the other hand, had to toss nearly everything in the fridge this morning because I left it open all night. Win some, lose some.
A short musing today about religion in fantasy worlds, childhood, statues, fish trophies, The Chicago Bulls, pancake breakfasts, and a dog named Scott. Hope you like this break from the usual. www.explorersdesign.com/religious-by...
Religious by Design
Religion in fantasy worlds, games, and walleye trophies.
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When can we get out of here? What’s the problem? HAS IT HAPPENED YET?
Another milestone reached. Scamper’s PC attributes have been defined. Next up is the stress/composure system.
My family left me at home for the afternoon to go swimming at my brother-in-law’s. There was no discussion about adopting a kitten. And yet, I am told an application is being made.
I swear, this is the last reminder since Gencon is happening right now-
Reynaldo@naldodrinan.bsky.social · last mo.While I won't be a gencon, BREAK!! will be with a bunch of other great games at @ipr.bsky.social's Booth (449) so you can grab a copy there if you like! www.indiepressrevolution.com/xcart/Gen-Co...
Scamper's first draft is officially in development. Here's the core resolution mechanic to give you a taste. #ttrpgdesign
OSR folks: what is your favourite ability/attribute score determination method, and why?
TTRPG community, I could use your help sharing my newest project! 🎲 I'm an indie designer from Mexico and I just released a lo-fi horror RPG where you physically stack a dice tower to uncover clues. When gravity takes over and the tower falls, the horror begins. Link below! ⬇️
@bastionland.bsky.social - did you coin "techtile"? Because that is a brilliant bit of neologism. I despise that we all use "device" - it's in no way descriptive enough to distinguish from non-techtile objects. Nearly everything is a device, damn it.
Bastionland Press@bastionland.bsky.social · last mo.Another design piece by @explorersdesign.bsky.social. The advice on how to use hyperlinks properly is invaluable, but I'm pondering the implications of the claim that web (not PDF) is the future of digital games. D&D Beyond is way easier to use than PDFs of the books would be, don't you think?
How to Design with Hyperlinks
User-friendly definitions, rules, and hacks for your next rpg pdf.
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Did you know that Intergalactic Bastionland has a follow page already? www.kickstarter.com/projects/bas...
Coming soon: Intergalactic Bastionland RPG - Beyond Into the Odd
Rules light roleplaying amongst the living stars of Bastionland.
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Laurie O'Connel - Tabletop Game Writer & Editor
Laurie O'Connel: Tabletop game writer, editor, and accuracy reader.
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I’ve been wondering: what, to you, makes a #ttrpg “cozy”?
Today in the Sanguine Weald: • A drug-addled chaos rogue tossed void-paste into a tear in reality, imploding it • A noble paladin kicked a treacherous (and vampiric) lord into a pool of boiling, neon-blue tree sap • A faithful cleric immolated a scheming void-witch with divine light
Bernie Sanders meme, except this time I'm asking for your vote in The Crit Awards for my newsletter, The Explorateur. A monthly newsletter of links, tools, and inspiration for tabletop rpg designers. Guaranteed to raise your design WIS and INT scores. www.explorersdesign.com/tag/explorat...
How many sword and sorcery tropes can I fit into one piece of Appx N Jam cover art?
Here's EVERY SECOND COUNTS, a chef game, by me. Get it free here: olddoggames.itch.io/every-second...
